Maui Beaches Take Serious Erosion Hit After Relentless 2026 Storm Season

A series of Kona low storms and seven Pacific tropical cyclones have significantly accelerated coastal erosion on Maui’s South and West shores in 2026. Beach parks are partially closed, sandbags line shrinking shorelines, and experts warn that ongoing El Niño conditions could make recovery even harder. Portions of beach parks in South Maui are roped […]
Upcountry Maui Water Outage Expected for ~3 Hours on Sept. 25

Maui County’s Department of Water Supply is conducting maintenance that will cause low pressure or temporary water outages in the Upper Olinda, Piʻiholo, and Alaluana Road areas starting at 12:15 p.m. on September 25. Service disruption is expected to last approximately three hours. Water service will be interrupted or reduced starting at 12:15 p.m. on […]
Maui-Wide Rain, Wind, and Thunderstorms Expected Through Friday

A two-day weather system is bringing breezy to windy conditions, scattered showers, and isolated thunderstorms across all Maui regions through Friday. Locally heavy rainfall is possible island-wide, particularly on the North Shore and Upcountry. All Maui regions face 40–100% rain chances today and Friday, with isolated thunderstorms likely across the island. North Shore has the […]
Hurricane Nolo Threatens Maui with Heavy Rain and Flooding Through Weekend

Tropical Storm Nolo is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by Saturday as it passes south of the Big Island, bringing significant rainfall and flood risk to Maui through the weekend. A Flood Watch is in effect for Maui County until 6 p.m. Saturday. Maui could receive 8–12 inches of rain, with isolated totals […]
Strengthening Tropical System Threatens Maui with Heavy Rain and Flooding This Week

Tropical Depression Fifteen-E is forecast to become a hurricane and approach Hawaii later this week, bringing heavy rain, potential flooding, and strong winds to Maui. A Flood Watch is already in effect for parts of Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi. A Flood Watch is currently in effect for parts of Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi as moisture […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Thursday Night

A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert moves across the Hawaiian Islands, bringing moderate to heavy showers and flash flood risk. Flood-prone roads, low-lying areas, and urban zones may see closures and property damage. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian […]
Lahaina Shores Beach Resort Reopens Under Castle Resorts Management

Castle Resorts & Hotels has taken over operations of Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, reopening the beachfront property on Front Street as part of West Maui’s ongoing recovery. The reopening coincides with Front Street’s recent return to visitors. Lahaina Shores Beach Resort at 475 Front Street has reopened under new operator Castle Resorts & Hotels. The […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight

Remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert is bringing moderate to heavy showers to the Hawaiian Islands, with a Flood Watch in effect through late tonight. Flash flooding remains possible, with risk of road closures and property damage from rapid runoff. A Flood Watch is in effect through late tonight for all main Hawaiian Islands […]
Flood Watch Active for All Hawaii Islands Through Thursday Night

A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings moderate to heavy showers across all main Hawaiian Islands. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian Islands through late Thursday night. […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight

A Flood Watch remains in effect through late tonight across all main Hawaiian Islands as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings periods of moderate to heavy showers. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible, especially in windward and urban areas. A Flood Watch is in effect through late […]